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Charcoal

#3E5864

A balanced, muted charcoal — sophisticated balance of hue and saturation that conveys composure and subtle refinement, well-suited to modern, minimalist design.

Psychology

Gray is the connective tissue of interface design — neutral, balanced, and quiet. It supports without competing.

Meaning

Sophistication, neutrality, and restraint. Warm grays feel inviting; cool grays feel modern and technical.

Applications

Essential for backgrounds, borders, dividers, and secondary text in product UIs. Build a 9–11 step gray ramp early in any design system.

Conversion

HEX
3E5864
RGB
62, 88, 100
HSL
199, 23%, 32%
HSB
199, 38%, 39%
CMYK
38, 12, 0, 61
LAB
36, -8, -10
LCH
36, 13, 234
OKLCH
0.44, 0.04, 228
XYZ
8, 9, 13
LUV
36, -12, -12
HWB
199, 24%, 61%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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